Church News for Sept. 22

Small Things That Fly: A Collection of Semi-Abstract Works from 2015-2016: September - October at Unitarian Universalist Church of Gettysburg, 136 S. Stratton St. Gettysburg. Many of the paintings by Sharon Birch are oversized illustration of insects and birds, layered onto complex backgrounds.

Annulment Presentation: 7-9 p.m. Sept. 22 at St. Joseph Church, 5055 Grandview Road Hanover. A presentation by the staff of the Tribunal on the church’s teaching on marriage, divorce and annulments intended for divorced Catholics, divorced people who wish to marry Catholics, parish leaders involved in the RCIA process and those who have an interest because of family or friends who may need the assistance of the Tribunal.

200th Anniversary of Saint Gaetano Errico: 6 p.m. Sept. 23 at Immaculate Conception BVM, Fairfield. Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the celebrant for this Mass that marks the closing of the Jubilee Year celebrating the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary.

1st Annual Olde Getty Place Car Show: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 24. The cars will be displayed on West High Street between Baltimore and South Washington Streets in Gettysburg. In partnership with Gettysburg United Methodist Church. All proceeds will benefit area ministry Ruth’s Harvest, which provides free meals to children. The event, “Where Cars Meet…So Kids Eat,”is in memory of David English, Olde Getty Place resident and vintage car collector. For more information, email smcilwee@adamscha.org or call 717-321-3149.

Celebration and Song: 4 p.m. Sept. 25 at Wentz Meeting House, 386 St. Bartholomew Road, Hanover. Local musicians will participate and all attending will enjoy group singing. Refreshment and fellowship time will follow the program. For more information, contact Marlene Shilling at 717-637-0185.

Collections Shown at Lifetree Café: 9 a.m. Sept. 25 at St. Paul’s UCC, 2173 Stoverstown Road, Spring Grove. Features filmed interviews with several avid collectors. The collectors will show their collections and explain their fascination with them. Lifetree participants are encouraged to bring samples from their own collections. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Chip Hoover at or chip08@aol.com.

Emmanuel UCC​ Church Yard Sale: Sept. 29, 30 and Oct. 1, at the Home of Estelle and Rick King, 2596 Hanover Pike, Hanover.

Chicken Barbecue: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 1 at First United Methodist Church, 200 Frederick St., Hanover. A half chicken, baked potato, applesauce, roll and butter for $9 in advance or $9.50 at the door. Advance ticket sales must be picked up by 2 p.m.

Baked Chicken Pot Pie Dinner: 4-7 p.m. Oct. 1 at St. Joseph’s Parish Center, 5135 Grandview Road, Hanover. By the FUN Committee of St. Joseph’s Parish. Pot pie, applesauce, rolls, beverages and dessert will be provided for $7 for adults and $4 for children 6-12. Pay at the door.

4th Annual Yard Sale: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 1 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 117 W. King St., East Berlin. Rain or shine. There will be breakfast and lunch items available for purchase. For more information call 717-259-9125.

Upper Adams Prayer Breakfast: 7:45 a.m., the first Tuesday of each month, Apple Bin Grill & Bakery, 674 Arendtsville Road, Biglerville. Pastor Wes Smith of the Bendersville Lutheran Parish in Aspers will speak to the UA Prayer Breakfast on Oct. 4. It commences at 7:45 a.m. with coffee and breakfast orders and continues at 8 with singing led by Jean Finfrock and accompanied by Barbara Frey on the keyboard. The visiting pastor then leads the gathering with his presentation and special prayer for many named by the group. Breakfast follows and fellowship is typically over by 9.

Talk on Human Trafficking: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 6 in the parish hall at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 29 S. Queen St., Littlestown. Learn the indicators of human trafficking and actions to take if suspicious. Free, but a good will offering will be accepted. Register by calling or texting 717-321-4664.

2nd Annual Pumpkin Festival: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 8 at 405 North Avenue in East Berlin. Hosted by East Berlin Area Community Center (EBACC) in conjunction with the Zwingli Church. Serving breakfast items including pumpkin pancakes and lunch at EBACC will include pumpkin soup, pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, hamburgers, hot dogs and more. There will also be a scarecrow making station,games for the children, face painting, pre-carved pumpkin contest and pumpkin themed bake off contest. For more information, call 717-259-8848, email to info@ebacc.org or visit www.ebacc.org.

Harvest Home, Pig Roast and Fall Festival: Oct. 9 Harvest Home celebration during the 10:15 a.m. service at St. Jacobs (Stone) UCC, 5152 Stone Church Road, Glenville. Followed by pig roast and Fall Festival.

Bus trip to Thousand Islands: The Resource Committee of Grace United Church of Christ on 100 Fourth Street in Hanover is sponsoring a trip to the Thousand Island, Alexander Bay area on Oct. 10-12. Call 637-1513 for more information and to make early reservations.

Baked Ham Dinner: 4-7 p.m. Oct. 15 at Redeemer's United Church of Christ, Littlestown, with a last seating at 6:30 p.m. The menu will feature baked ham, fruit salad, roasted potatoes, green beans, corn, pepper slaw, rolls & butter, various drinks, and assorted baked goods for dessert. Tickets are $10 for Adults, $5 for Children ages 2-6, and Children under 2 eat for free. Call 717-359-4019 or email Dot Decker at redeemers@embarqmail.com.

Richard Elliott organ concert:3 p.m. Oct. 23 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 30 W. Chestnut St., Hanover. Free tickets are required for admission and can be ordered by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to the attention of Scott Fredericks at the church. A free-will offering will be taken to assist with the concert series costs. Tickets may be ordered until Oct. 10. Tickets will be mailed on Oct. 12. Please note the number of tickets desired. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. A reception will follow the program. The next concert in the St. Matthew Lutheran Church Concert Series will feature Peter Richard Conte 4 p.m. Nov. 20.

Try Three Workshop: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 19 at Zion Lutheran Church, 2215 Brandywine Lane, York. Participants will take a journey with God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. The workshop will be led by Chaplain Fred Shilling. The cost is $10 which includes a Trinity manual and lunch. Groups of 3 will cost $25. To register or get more information, contact Pastor Fred at 717-637-0185, fredmar@pa.net, or 1058 Bear Crossing, Hanover, PA 17331.

The Voice of Hope:Sonlight Christian Fellowship, 563 Brickyard Road, New Oxford, broadcasts “The Voice of Hope” from 7:30 to 8 a.m. Sundays on WHVR 1280 AM. The broadcast originates from Breezewood and includes sacred music and a gospel message under the direction of J. Mark Horst. For information, call Pastor John J. Forry at 717-632-4022.

Christian Science radio program: Each Sunday at 9 a.m. on WHVR 1280 AM. Sponsored by First Church of Christ, Scientist, York.

HACC Clothing bank:The Hanover Area Council of Churches Clothing Bank, 136 Carlisle St., is open to certified clients 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, to the public 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays, and 9 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of the month. (Items in the front room are $5 per bag. In the back room items are priced individually.) For more information call 717-633-6353.

By His Hands: Food and clothing bank at Calvary Assembly of God, 95 Pumping Station Road, Hanover, is open 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of each month. For information, call 717-698-5580.

St. Vincent’s Thrift Shop: located in the basement level of the former St. Vincent School, 224 Third St., Hanover, is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The shop takes tax deductible donations from anyone in the community. They sell gently worn clothing and household items in good working condition. For information, call Caroline Murren at 717-637-8878 or the thrift shop at 717-633-6198.

Immaculate Conception Thrift Shop: 5 Carlisle St., New Oxford, is having a Great Clothing Sale:buy two and get one free. Third item must be equal to or less in value. (excludes school uniforms). For more information, call 717-624-3245. They are currently accepting tax deductible donations of slightly worn spring and summer clothing along with small clean household items during store hours, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Call 717-624-1272 for more information.